Stories of Tragedy

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Johnson, Rossiter, 1840-1931

Series:

Little Classics, Volume 3 (of 18)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Stories of Tragedy" by Rossiter Johnson is a collection of classic literary tales written in the late 19th century. The anthology features significant contributions from renowned authors, including Edgar Allan Poe and Herman Melville, highlighting stories that delve into dark and tragic themes. This collection provides readers with a rich exploration of human experiences intertwined with elements of mystery and horror, making it particularly appealing for those drawn to serious and reflective narratives. The opening of the collection introduces one of its standout stories, "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" by Edgar Allan Poe. It sets a haunting atmosphere and presents the character Monsieur C. Auguste Dupin, who possesses extraordinary analytical skills. Introduced through his encounters in Paris, Dupin's keen intellect is showcased as he contemplates the nature of analysis itself in the face of societal norms. The tale unfolds with a gruesome double murder that leaves the Parisian police baffled, creating a perplexing mystery that bodes well for Dupin's investigative prowess. As Dupin navigates through the chilling details, it becomes clear that readers can expect a thrilling ride filled with complex characters and a compelling, albeit dark, storyline. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

The murders in the Rue Morgue / Edgar Allan Poe

The Lauson tragedy / J. W. DeForest

The iron shroud / William Mudford

The bell-tower / Herman Melville

The Kathayan slave / Emily C. Judson

The story of La Roche / Henry Mackenzie

The vision of sudden death / Thomas De Quincey.

Credits:

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 67.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2019-12-22